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  • Italy Announces New Digital Nomad Visa

    by 'N A Perfect World...

    In order to aid with tourism revitalization and slow tourism in particular, in May, Italy will be announcing a year-long renewable digital nomad visa to non EU citizens. Years ago, when looking into residency permits in Italy, I found the process a bit archaic in regards to today’s world and digital nomads. One of the standards of self-employment required you to invest a couple...

    May 2, 2022
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  • Taormina under Mt Etna by Nneya Richards

    The Perfect Weekend in Taormina, Sicily

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    You may have heard of Taormina, a hilltop town on the east coast of Sicily because of its glitzy international film festival or as it’s one of the towns on the magical Mount Etna hiking trail. The allure of Taormina is easy to understand. It’s a picture perfect Italian town showcasing Sicily’s rich history through its architecture, dating back to all of Taormina’s former...

    March 15, 2022
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    Guide to Black Owned Italy

    by 'N A Perfect World...

    Last year I introduced Tripadvisor’s audience to my dolce vita with a Guide to Black Owned Italy. But that was just scratching the surface. Immediately after I found out about more businesses and many of you sent me others. The response was exciting and inspiring. Want to know one thing I wish people knew that I have learned while living in Italy? How diverse...

    March 2, 2022
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    10 Romantic Getaways for Valentine’s Day (And How to Recreate them at Home!)

    by 'N A Perfect World...

    Valentine’s Day 2022 is coming up and while we all thought we’d be traveling the world by now, Omicron is rearing its head. Here are 10 Romantic Getaways near and far for you to consider for Valentine’s Day. And, if travel is up in the air for you right now, here are some tips for you to recreate that special getaway at home! Verona,...

    January 13, 2022
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  • Woman Looking over Bell Rock Trailhead in Sedona Red Rock scenery behind her

    Sedona Energy Vortexes – A Guide to Perfect Vibrations

    by 'N A Perfect World...

    Here’s a trip to consider for the start of your new year: the Sedona energy vortexes. Sometimes you travel for enlightenment or peace of mind. To find yourself. This can happen on any trip but there are certain parts of the world that are known as spiritual centers to “speed up” the process. Pilgrimages to Mecca. Seekers in India. The metaphysical vibrations with the...

    January 4, 2022
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    A Perfect 2021 Travel-Inspired Holiday Gift Guide

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    Here is a 2021 perfect travel-inspired holiday gift guide for the wanderer in your life. We’re in the throws of the holiday season with a week left until Christmas. If you’re anything like me, shopping is easy breezy and then last minute express orders. People often wonder what to get for travelers as they spend time touring the world and seeing cool stuff. Well,...

    December 16, 2021
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    What To Know Before Booking Your September Italian Travel 2021

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    September is a great time to travel to Italy this 2021, but with Italy reinstating Covid-19 restrictions for American visitors, here’s what you should know before heading to Italy. Umbrellas are closing, summer in Italy is coming to an end. But the summer season isn’t officially over yet. Often times, that makes for the best time to visit the country. My first time in...

    September 2, 2021
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    The Perfect Summer Dress: Sicily Debut

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    I found the perfect summer dress! A google search lead me to it. It’s Simone Rocha x H&M. With so many people asking me about the dress — even before I posted our engagement photos — I decided to post about this summer dress because I’m kind of obsessed with it and the look. You’ll probably be seeing a lot of it this summer!...

    July 2, 2021
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    The Perfect Weekend in Mexico City

    by 'N A Perfect World...

    Love exploring cities? Here’s a perfect travel guide to Mexico City. You guys know how much I love Mexico. My love of Sayulita actually started my travel writing career. This time around, I was able to explore a very different side of the country than the coasts. With just a 4.5 hour flight from NYC, less from LA, head to this amazing cosmopolitan city...

    June 10, 2021
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    Tripadvisor Byline: Wedding Planning During Covid

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    Are you planning a wedding during this Covid pandemic? I have some advice for you via Tripadvisor! Wedding planning during Covid: it’s been rough! This past weekend I saw one of my first maskless weddings come through on my Instagram stories. The wedding was in New York where we have high vaccination rates and I couldn’t help but to smile. Slowly, we can start...

    May 4, 2021
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May 2, 2022

Italy Announces New Digital Nomad Visa

In order to aid with tourism revitalization and slow tourism in particular, in May, Italy will be announcing a...

by 'N A Perfect World...
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Taormina under Mt Etna by Nneya Richards
March 15, 2022

The Perfect Weekend in Taormina, Sicily

You may have heard of Taormina, a hilltop town on the east coast of Sicily because of its glitzy...

by 'N A Perfect World...
Comments 7
eating pizza with Winta
March 2, 2022

Guide to Black Owned Italy

Last year I introduced Tripadvisor’s audience to my dolce vita with a Guide to Black Owned Italy. But that...

by 'N A Perfect World...
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Black woman looking over her shoulder in floral dress in Venice with water and gondolier in background
January 28, 2022

Venice Will Charge Tourists to Enter the City Soon

Starting sometime this year, Venice will charge tourists to enter the city. There have been murmurings of this plan...

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Taormina under Mt Etna by Nneya Richards

The Perfect Weekend in Taormina, Sicily

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You may have heard of Taormina, a hilltop town on the east coast of Sicily because of its glitzy international film festival or as it’s one of the towns...

March 15, 2022
Comments 7
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eating pizza with Winta

Guide to Black Owned Italy

Published by 'N A Perfect World...

Last year I introduced Tripadvisor’s audience to my dolce vita with a Guide to Black Owned Italy. But that was just scratching the surface. Immediately after I found out...

March 2, 2022
Comments 0
Culture, featured, Guides, Travel
Woman Looking over Bell Rock Trailhead in Sedona Red Rock scenery behind her

Sedona Energy Vortexes – A Guide to Perfect Vibrations

Published by 'N A Perfect World...

Here’s a trip to consider for the start of your new year: the Sedona energy vortexes. Sometimes you travel for enlightenment or peace of mind. To find yourself. This...

January 4, 2022
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Culture, featured, Guides, Health, Travel

The Perfect Weekend In Western Kentucky

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Bourbon and Bards, Caves and Corvettes. If you just thought of fried chicken, you’re missing out. Here’s a guide to a weekend in Bowling Green and Louisville, Kentucky. Something...

November 18, 2021
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Girl and floating top, hot air balloons, teotihuacan pyramids in front

The Perfect Weekend in Mexico City

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Love exploring cities? Here’s a perfect travel guide to Mexico City. You guys know how much I love Mexico. My love of Sayulita actually started my travel writing career....

June 10, 2021
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Perfect Afternoon in Crema

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Fan of “Call Me By Your Name?” Then you might know the Italian city of Crema! Want a list of things to do in Crema? Here’s your guide to...

March 30, 2021
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COULD YOU ROLL WITH AN OVERNIGHT SURPRISE? After a COULD YOU ROLL WITH AN OVERNIGHT SURPRISE? After a wonderful birthday, All I was told this morning was to pack a bag. Maybe a sweater in case I'm chilly. A cute dress for pictures and shorts or leggings. Another place to visit that's a first for both of us for my birthday from @scaglione_michele

#happybirthdaytome
#americaninitaly #bolzano #southtyrol #dolomites
📍save this post for your PERFECT WEEKEND IN SOU 📍save this post for your PERFECT WEEKEND IN SOUTH COUNTY, RI 

So, I didn't want to tell you about this place. Luckily for you, I came here with the awesome @southcountyri otherwise, I’d have kept it "my" little slice of heaven 😘
An EASY 3 hr amtrak ride from NYC this corner of #RhodeIsland used to be dotted with farmland going into the sea. Folkloric coastline, estuaries and peaceful ponds the salt air tastes like perfect summer and the seafood spoils you.
You deserve #SouthCountyRI

🏠HOME BASE: I split my stay btwn @watchhillinn & @weekapauginn (#relaischateaux). At Watch Hill Inn you have use of all of the @oceanhouseri amenities spa, lawn games, etc. They make it tempting not to leave the property, but if you do, you have access to the fleet of @mercedesbenz (I made nice use of an AMG convertible 😋)

🚣🏽‍♂️FUN: Do you clam? From sunset champagne boat rides to paddle boarding in the bay and some beautiful hikes where you see Ct, New York as you're standing in Rhode Island.  Narragansett is a favorite among the surfset. Grab a drink and calamari sauteed Jack's way for great people watching at Olympia Tea Room. Into @veuveclicquotusa? Ocean House has a Secret Garden experience for you!

FASHION: head to Westerly for great vintage and estate shopping and check out #Charlestown mainstay @galapagosboutique with @davescoffeechr 

🦪FOOD: You must try a stuffy, calamari and what will be some of the best oysters and clams you've ever had. My stand out favorites were definitely @matunuckoysterbar because hello?! POND TO TABLE is the food regimen I want to be on and Ocean House's new Dalia with modern Mexican  flavors that took me right back to CDMX.

🤳🏾 PHOTO OPP: #WatchHill is a small town with charming things "to see" like the oldest continuously operating merry-go-round in the country. Make sure to take in a sunset walk to Watch Hill's lighthouse.

Before your train ride back, be sure to stop in, grab a coffee and browse super cool @savoybookshopcafe 

#newenglandliving #oceanhouseri #deliciousjourneys #coastalliving  #weekapaug #sponsored
Happy Saturday! 🌱🌱🌱 Babies coming up nice Happy Saturday! 🌱🌱🌱 Babies coming up nicely. Spending today working working now that I'm back but took a little plant watering break. Oh and because I'm checking a lot of my @southcountyri I'm watering my plants and loving my gingham getting into that #coastalgrandmother / #richblackauntie mindset
Favorite summer destination?!👇🏾(tell me belo Favorite summer destination?!👇🏾(tell me below) 
THERE’S NOTHING LIKE SUMMERS IN NEW ENGLAND! I’ve been checked out the last few days exploring #SouthCountyRI, eating my weight in oysters (thank you @matunuckoysterbar!!! 🦪) and feeling like a kid in this beautiful playground. This is my kind of morning commute.

@southcountyri #newenglandtravel #bestsummerdestination #rhodeisland
I'M GOING TO NEED @delta TO MAKE A CHOICE. Do they I'M GOING TO NEED @delta TO MAKE A CHOICE. Do they want me to catch a flight? Because the amenities, art and food and bev in this new #LaGuardiaAirport terminal is reading very much like they want me to get comfortable and stay a while! 😍
DROP A ✈️ in comments if you want to see a preview of the new #DeltaSkyLounge BEFORE the terminal opens to the public on Saturday! 👇🏾

#catchflightsnotfeelings #travelhacks #flydelta
Celebrating love in Cali today. @scaglione_michele Celebrating love in Cali today. @scaglione_michele studied abroad in Southern California — also funny because I studied abroad in Milan. We both found them to be the formative years that probably brought us together MANY moons later. Don’t tempt us with #CaliforniaLiving 🧳✈️

#sundaysareforlovers #californiasunsets #interracialcouple
Sliding into Weekend energy: Revelry, Restoration, Sliding into Weekend energy: Revelry, Restoration, Rejoice! 🧡🧡🧡

What energy level are you on?

#miami #girlstrip #bacheloretteparty
Spent the weekend being loved on and spoiled by my Spent the weekend being loved on and spoiled by my nearest and dearest in #MIAMI! I'm so thankful for this group!  I always tell Michele, the friends I chose and the friend I chose to be to deserve them are two of the best decisions I made in life. I was present and being loved on so get ready for a lot of backed up content! Just pretend I moved to Miami for a few weeks. 😂

Home base was @lifehousehotels which was so close to @nikkibeachmiami where we welcomed everyone to get the vibes started right! 

@sophieelgort @sludge_muffin and @jordanlines curated such an amazing weekend with delicious food, a BOAT and live music! Michele even felt included with his face on tatts and a round of drinks!

Click through and I'll catch you up I'm my stories!
SIMPLY THE BEST ✨ my Mother’s Day gift to @hea SIMPLY THE BEST ✨ my Mother’s Day gift to @heatherknows and it’s fair to say she LOVED IT. The ending. 🤯 I’ve loved #TinaTurner all my life through my mom and seeing her inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame last year was a highlight. But this musical. It was the Tina Turner EXPERIENCE. Heather and the aunties were out in full force and the crowd was super international. I heard 3 languages in our section alone.

Btw I bought front mezzanine tickets and they were SUPERB. I’d highly recommend.
💃🏾💃🏾 COMMENT WITH YOUR FAVORITE TINA SONG! 

#broadwaymusicals #broadwayisback
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The Politics of Our Black Hair

As black people much maligned for our hair, even this crown is political.

June 10, 2020
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The Perfect Weekend in Mexico CityLove exploring cities? Here’s a perfect travel guide to Mexico City. You guys know...June 10, 2021

Perfect Recipe: Jamaican SorrelAt my Uncle’s funeral in May, in addition to talking about his kindness and...July 15, 2020

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Venice Will Charge Tourists to Enter the City Soon

by 'N A Perfect World...

Starting sometime this year, Venice will charge tourists to enter the city. There have been murmurings of this plan since around 2018. Now updates have been announced that the Italian city of Venice will charge tourists to enter the city, particularly, day-trippers later in 2022. Most Americans visiting Italy stay around 7-10 days with their time divided between Florence, Rome and Venice (add Capri or the Amalfi Coast in the summer). The city welcomes around 30 million tourists yearly and this has totally changed the social fabric of it. The negatives that you’ll hear? Crowds, floods, the price gouging of tourists, misunderstood inhospitality or lack of true Venetians in the city (around 50,000) are just a few. But guess what? Despite all of this, Venice is absolutely worth it. I will never say Venice is overrated because… just WOW. The floods? They just add to the urgency of “Venice is sinking! Get there now!” During my mother’s last pre-pandemic visit to Italy, despite a train strike, being exhausted, I insisted we go to Venice....

January 28, 2022
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Featured in Drew Barrymore’s DREW magazine

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It was an honor for me to be featured in the Holiday 2021 issue of DREW, Drew Barrymore’s magazine. It’s always amazing to have my work published and be recognized for my work. I also love any opportunity to showcase my love of Italy! In this package edited by Jeralyn Gerba, the magazine round up perfect vacations for families, solo travel, couples etc and...

January 10, 2022
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